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H-1B visa registrations see decline for FY 2027: Here's who stands to benefit

March 25, 2026

The decline in H-1B visa registrations for 2027, by 30-50%, signals a change in employer behavior due to higher fees and uncertainty (Representational Image)
The decline in H-1B visa registrations for 2027, by 30-50%, signals a change in employer behavior due to higher fees and uncertainty (Representational Image)
registrations for the fiscal year 2027 have experienced a significant decline, with estimates showing a decrease of 30 to 50 percent in filings compared to the previous year. This downturn coincides with the closing of the application window, highlighting a change in employer behavior in light of the updated regulations.Although large IT outsourcing companies and start-ups have been particularly affected by this decline, immigration specialists assert that these changes are also transforming the employment landscape, thereby creating new opportunities for smaller and mid-sized businesses.

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